Very cute and humorous, but I do think some kids reading it may be creeped out by the gnomes. Also, it might not be entirely portrayed if the gnomes can move by themselves or if they are truly just statutes. I do think it is trying to convey a good lesson of kindness and honesty. This would be an additional purchase for my collection, not an essential one.

Well you are never too old to be reminded of an important lesson! This story was so cute and funny and I think it will be a great addition to classrooms to help kids learn how to find the balance between being polite but also being truthful. Many adults are still learning that lol. The little plot twist with where Herbert put the Gnomes was hilarious. Will recommend this one for the classroom!

Very funny! My grandchildren (a 6-year-old girl and a 5-year-old boy) asked me to read it to them over and over during the past week. The illustrations were charming (we could really see why the dog wanted "no more gnomes"!), and the story was fun with a good message - being honest doesn't have to mean being rude.

This book is absolutely adorable and hilarious. We loved the illustrations and the adorably creepy gnomes with their eyes that never stop watching.

Our hero loves spending time with his nanny… until she keeps buying creepy gnomes and he is afraid to be around them! He is too worried about hurting his nanny’s feelings by telling the truth - but this disconnect drives hilarity and a wonderful lesson.

Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review

I absolutely adored this hilarious picture book!! Herbert, a particularly polite kid, does not like his nanny's new gnomes but doesn't know how to tell her that politely. This story is the perfect level of 'creepy' for primary-grade (K-2) children, with lots of giggles, rich but meaningful vocabulary, and an important lesson for kids: it is ok to tell grown-ups the truth.

We loved Beth Mills' "Ella McKeen" in my Kindergarten classroom and I can't wait for the physical copy of "No More Gnomes" to be published so I can add it to my classroom library! Thank you so much for the eARC and can't wait to see what you do next!

Thank you for the ARC. The gnomes were for sure creepy but the story was pleasant. I wouldn’t read this to my toddler yet as I don’t want to scare him but I can see it being a good teaching tool for older children.

This book is truly so unique, in a very good way. This is definitely the first kids' book I've seen that is about creepy and impolite gnomes. Speaking of creepy and impolite gnomes, this book was actually pretty funny! Herbert is such an awesome main character, and his personality is clearly shown to the readers. He might be a bit anxious, but he is so polite and caring which, in my opinion, is a perfect mix.
This book is crafted so well, and I'm impressed. Everything is clear, there's progression and development within the characters and plot, the illustrations work in conjunction with the writing flawlessly, and it's just an absolute joy to read. I literally have nothing bad to say about this book, so bravo!!
(And can we just acknowledge how freaking adorable Herbert is in his polo that's tucked into his khaki shorts? Plus the friggin' Crocs with the crew socks. Totally awesome.)

Cute story about a dog that Jo thinks a bunch of his neighbors gnomes are creepy and rude. I liked the art style it was unique. I think this is a great book for a parent to read a child as it teaches a valuable lesson that one can be both honest and polite.

I received an electronic ARC from Lerner Publishing Group through NetGalley.
Just creepy enough for elementary level readers. Herbert wins awards for being the politest child in town. He loves his time with his neighbor, Ms. Goat until she starts buying garden gnomes. Each gnome has a creepy face and seems to follow Herbert wherever he goes. He doesn't say anything as he wants to be polite. This finally escalates enough that Herbert comes up with an idea to teach them etiquette. When Ms. Goat asks about her gnomes, the whole story pours out. I love how she talks about polite and honest both being okay responses. The overall tone is amusing and readers will love studying the illustrations to watch the gnomes and the portraits at the end.

Ok yes, this book is amazing and wonderful. As an adult I am in tears crying laughing at the violent gnomes, but also feeling very heartfelt at the way the conflict resolution came to be.

I heavily recommend this book to anyone, but especially as a fun read for parents to get for their kids before bed. This would have totally been a favorite of mine. I am still laughing so hard from this book, so I can only imagine the joy it would bring to a child.

The art in this book also blew me away. It was gorgeous and so well done. Also loved the photo at the end of the illustrator, LOL!

This is fantastic read that I highly recommend.

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This wasn’t just a sweet, cute, and funny book… this is a book that packs a punch with a powerful and important message! The message: you can be polite AND honest!!! I think that’s such an important lesson for kids to learn — the younger the better — so that they grow up feeling empowered to voice their opinions and share their thoughts and feelings. When a kid feels like they can use their own voice they become stronger and it’s harder to take advantage of children with that kind of confidence.

In addition to the stellar message the characters in this book are so loveable and even the less loveable character have such catchy and adorable names! The illustrations are wonderful and add so much to the story. This was an excellent read — both my children and I appreciated it.

This book is so adorable and fun. The illustrations have a fullness to them that makes it feel like you could just fall into the world in the pages. I love the lesson that you should not untruthful just in the name of being "polite". Also having a goat as the kids "nanny" is such a fun play on words. You just wanna hug the main character too. He is so endearing.

Netgalley ARC - A little cute, a little creepy! Those gnomes do give me the shivers, maybe unsettling enough to creep out a kid lol. Ms. Goat seems like a sweetie, but perhaps should stop freaking Herbert out.

Well, first of all, there's a gnome named Mr. Tiddlywinks.... so it's gotta be good right?

This one is going to make a great read aloud for elementary-age kids. The title is catchy, the story-line is engaging, and the illustrations are wonderful. This quirky little story is sure to please young audiences AND it has a surprisingly profound lesson. Loved it! And I'm not just being polite. :)

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC.

No More Gnomes is a funny, entertaining stories that could teach children to be polite, while still voicing their opinion. I thought the author did a great job at toeing that moral line that could jumpstart a great discussion after reading. This story would best for an elementary school audience as my 4 ½ year old was at times a little scared of the pictures. That being said, I thought the illustrations really brought the story to life and would really be enjoyed by that elementary audience.

The title is catchy, has quirky characters, and I enjoy the illustrations. I went in thinking this could be a younger (Pre k/K) storytime read, but I think it would be better for early grade school. My initial hopes for a funny read-a-loud for my younger likely skewed my reactions, but overall it is charming and could add to a days activity focusing on sharing our thoughts and feeling in a truthful and polite manner.

This was such a cute book, that not only taught kids about being honest, but put a fun spin on it. This book is perfect for my nieces who love garden gnomes, even though their mom doesn't. They all got a good chuckle out of it. The illustrations were very beautifully done.

Thank you to Lerner Publishing Group, Carolrhoda Books and NetGalley for the e-ARC of this title to read and review. This was a really fun story with great illustrations and an unexpectedly powerful message. First and foremost, it's an entertaining and silly tale about creepy gnomes taking over a garden. Our main character Herbert, a super polite kid, is being much too polite to tell his nanny that they're staring, because he knows she loves her garden statues. So this is definitely a joy to read, but we also see Herbert realizing that he doesn't have to be uncomfortable or lie just to spare someone's feelings. Readers can take away a great message that speaking up for yourself is important, and isn't inherently rude and unkind. Herbert finds his words, and solutions to his gnome problem, all while staying true to his polite personality!

No More Gnomes is a quirky, heartfelt picture book that’s as funny as it is thoughtful. Herbert, the politest kid in town, faces a dilemma when his nanny brings home some creepy, rude garden gnomes. It’s a fun, imaginative take on learning to speak up and set boundaries—even when you’re used to always being “nice.”

Beth Mills delivers humor and heart in equal measure, and the beautiful yet playful illustrations (with delightfully chaotic gnomes) promise a fun read for kids and adults alike. Great for any child learning to find their voice—with a good dose of gnome-induced mischief.

No More Gnomes would be excellent for storytime! Funny and tense but still lighthearted - showing children that it's okay to feel uncomfortable and share that with adults. I know some adults who would need this too!